Cellar Operator (Temporary)
About The Position
The Cellar Operator supports Health-Ade production by ensuring the safe and efficient filling, monitoring, and transfer of brewed tea and related beverages throughout the production process. The role maintains accurate records, properly maintains equipment, and acts in accordance with company guidelines. The position is based in Torrance, California, and reports to the Shift Supervisor. It is a full-time temporary, hourly, non-exempt role. The scheduled first shift is Monday through Saturday, 3:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.; a six-day workweek is scheduled. Weekends, overtime, holidays, and rotating shift or day-off schedules may be mandatory based on business and departmental needs. Travel is not required.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience in a manufacturing, production, or food/beverage environment.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, team-based environment.
- Ability to follow SOPs, safety guidelines, and GMP standards.
- Basic math skills for measurements, weights, and batching processes.
- Ability to safely lift, move, and handle materials, including 50-gallon drums and 5-gallon pails.
- Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks for extended periods.
- Ability to occasionally lift and/or carry up to 55 pounds.
- Ability to grasp with fingers and hands for extended periods in repetitive motions.
- Ability to use three points of contact when climbing or descending stairs.
- Ability to stoop, bend at the knees, and/or crouch repetitively.
- Ability to work in environmental conditions that may include freezer and noisy, cold, wet, or humid environments at 34°F or below.
- Ability to tolerate occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic and/or caustic chemicals, and moving mechanical parts or equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with batching, mixing, or liquid processing systems.
- Experience handling bulk ingredients such as drums, totes, and pails.
- Experience with Clean-In-Place (CIP) systems and sanitation processes.
- Familiarity with production documentation, batch records, or traceability systems.
- Experience working with pumps, hoses, or transfer systems.
- Familiarity with pasteurization or thermal processing equipment.
Responsibilities
- Execute product batching according to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and the production schedule.
- Handle and stage raw materials, including 50-gallon drums and 5-gallon pails, keeping materials organized and ready.
- Verify ingredient lot, quantity, and quality before batching.
- Precisely scale and add ingredients to maintain batch integrity.
- Maintain accurate production records, logs, and documentation.
- Perform Clean-In-Place (CIP) and sanitation procedures.
- Monitor product quality and report deviations or issues to leadership and Quality teams.
- Follow food safety, sanitation, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards.
- Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and maintain proper personal hygiene.
- Perform routine equipment inspections and basic troubleshooting.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Group life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
- Voluntary life and AD&D insurance
- Group short- and long-term disability
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance program
- Gym membership discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
